Shaping the Future: Rick Kasberg, R. David Patrick, and Trae Sutton Take on New Roles to Drive Future Growth
KPA Engineers is excited to announce a strategic leadership transition that positions the firm for continued growth and innovation. Rick Kasberg, PE, who has served as President for over three decades, will be stepping into a new role as Chief Technical Officer. In his new capacity, Rick will leverage his extensive expertise in water and wastewater engineering to focus on advancing KPA’s technical engineering capabilities and spearheading innovative solutions in water engineering projects.
Throughout his career, Rick has been instrumental in KPA’s development and success, contributing to numerous water and wastewater projects across Central Texas. His dedication and leadership have helped shape the firm’s reputation for delivering high-quality engineering services. Rick’s extensive expertise and long-standing client relationships will continue to be central to KPA’s project success.
“I’m excited to focus more deeply on advancing our engineering capabilities and exploring new innovations that can elevate the solutions we offer our clients. I’m also looking forward to dedicating more time to mentoring our talented team of young engineers and EITs. I believe that by sharing the knowledge and experiences I’ve gained over the years, we can continue building a strong foundation for the future of KPA and our industry.”
– Rick N. Kasberg, PE
Taking the helm as KPA’s new President and CEO is R. David Patrick, PE, CFM. With over 25 years at the firm, David’s leadership and vision have been crucial to KPA’s expansion and success. His dedication to growth and collaboration has driven KPA to expand its service offerings, now providing a comprehensive range of civil engineering, landscape architecture, planning, and architecture services.
“This transition represents an exciting new chapter for KPA Engineers. With Rick continuing to drive innovation and mentor our team, I look forward to building on our strong foundation and leading the firm into an era of growth and new possibilities.” – R David Patrick, PE, CFM
Additionally, Alvin R. “Trae” Sutton, III, PE, CFM will take on the role of Vice-President and Chief Operating Officer (COO). In this role, Trae will call on his 24 years of experience with the firm to focus on operational efficiency and resource management, ensuring that KPA continues to deliver high-quality engineering services across all offices. His technical background, combined with his leadership experience, positions him to further enhance the firm’s operational excellence.
“I‘m excited to take on this new challenge of optimizing our operational processes and ensuring seamless project delivery. My goal is to enhance efficiency and collaboration within our teams, while continuing to build strong relationships with our clients and industry partners.” – Alvin R. “Trae” Sutton, III, PE, CFM
As KPA Engineers enters this new chapter, the firm remains committed to its core values of quality, integrity, and client-focused service. Rick, David, and Trae are excited about their new roles and look forward to working closely with clients and community partners to continue providing innovative engineering solutions.
